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Coquito nuts

Chilean nuts

Coquito nuts
Summary

Chilean nuts

Coquito nuts

Coquito nuts are the fruits from a feather-leaved palm, Jubaea chilensis, native to Chile, having a thick trunk from which is obtained a sugary sap used for making wine and a syrup, and widely cultivated as an ornamental in warm dry regions. (Spanish, diminutive of coco, "coco palm", from Portuguese côco; see coconut.) Coquito nuts look like miniature coconuts and have a very similar flavor to coconuts. They have a brown exterior and a white interior with a hollow center. They measure about 1/2 to 3/4 inch in diameter. They are completely edible (raw or cooked), and are crunchy, with an almond-like sweetness.

History

Coquito nuts, also referred to as coker nuts, pygmy coconuts or monkey's coconut, are the fruit of a Chilean palm tree. The tree, Jubaea chilensis, takes up to fifty years to achieve maturity, and is native to the coastal valleys of Chile. This palm is grown in Mediterranean-type climates worldwide, including in the state of California.

Usage

Coquito nuts can be eaten whole, raw or cooked. Whole or chopped coquito nuts can be added to a variety of foods, including desserts, savoury foods, and drinks. They are grown year round, and will stay edible for up to three weeks if kept in a refrigerator.

Nutritional information

Below is a table of nutrients contained with 1 serving (g) of coquito nuts, based on a 2000 calorie diet.

NutrientsAmountPct daily value
Total calories110 (90 cals from fat)-
Total fat10 grams15%
Saturated fat9 grams45%
Sodium5 milligrams0%
Carbohydrates5 grams2%
Dietary fibre3 grams12%
Sugars1 gram0%
Vitamin A-0%
Vitamin C-0%
Calcium-0%
Iron-4%

References

References

  1. "Coquito Definition".
  2. "Coquito Nuts {{!}} Taste Spotting".
  3. "Baby Coconuts". Farmers Market.
  4. "Coquito Nut- History".
  5. "Calorie Counter".
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